Hamilton County School District Contributor National Public Schools Week, celebrated this year from Monday, Feb. 23, through Friday, Feb. 27, is a time to celebrate the incredible work happening every day in…
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Casting the BALLOT of courage: Jeanette Udell
Jason Futch reporter@riverbendnews.org The year was 1962. Just a few years before the Voting Rights Act of 1965 was signed by President Lyndon B. Johnson, a man named Sistrunk and his wife,…
Mayo resident Helen Haigh turns 100
Jason Futch reporter2@riverbendnews.org Mayo has a new centenarian within its ranks! Helen Haigh celebrated her 100th birthday at Lafayette Nursing & Rehabilitation Center on Monday, Feb. 9, a milestone that brought generations…
Lafayette Commission discusses Live Local Act concerns
Christian Peterson reporter@riverbendnews.org On Tuesday, Feb. 10, the Lafayette County Board of County Commissioners met for its regularly scheduled meeting. The board began by approving the minutes from the previous meeting before opening the floor to public comment. The first…
Kaleb Kelly awarded Distinguished Service Award
Christian Peterson reporter@riverbendnews.org In the Suwannee Valley area, the University of Florida plays an important role in the community, especially through the UF/IFAS Extension Offices that dot the landscape of North Florida and through the North Florida Research and Education Center (NFREC). Because…
Bulldogs honor wrestling seniors after Santa Fe matches
Christian Peterson reporter@riverbendnews.org On Thursday, Feb. 5, Suwannee High School hosted Santa Fe High School for the ultimate wrestling showdown. Families also gathered to honor the seniors who had devoted their time to making the wrestling team succeed. …
Scholarship Gala happening Feb. 28 for Branford Achievement Council
Danny Federico editor@riverbendnews.org The Branford Achievement Council is set to host a Scholarship Gala on Friday, Feb. 28, beginning at 6 p.m. at the First Baptist Church of Branford. The event will…
North Florida College honors President’s List scholars for academic excellence
NFC Contributor North Florida College (NFC) proudly recognizes students who earned placement on the Academic President’s List, the College’s highest scholastic honor, awarded to full-time students who achieve exceptional academic performance during…
North Florida College celebrates Dean’s List scholars
NFC Contributor North Florida College (NFC) proudly recognizes students who earned placement on the Dean’s List, honoring academic achievement and dedication during the term. These honors reflect the hard work, discipline and…
Three Branford seniors sign letters of intent
Christian Peterson reporter@riverbendnews.org On Friday, Feb. 6, the Branford High School auditorium was filled in honor of three students as they signed their letters of intent to continue their athletic careers at various colleges. Victoria Swain: Victoria Swain signed…
Hamilton FFA represents at Florida State Fair
Tiffany Quintero Contributor Members of the Hamilton County High School Future Farmers of America (FFA) chapter recently competed in Meat Judging at the Florida State Fair. During the competition, knowledge, speed and…
Hamilton County School District celebrates Literacy Week
Tiffany Quintero Contributor The Hamilton County School District would like to extend its gratitude to its Hamilton County High School students and district staff who participated in Literacy Week by reading with…
BBQ dinner fundraiser supports Reed family
Christian Peterson reporter@riverbendnews.org Last month, Mayo residents Corey and Amanda Reed lost their son in a car accident. As the family mourned, the community rallied around them to offer support. Working together, the community hosted multiple fundraising meals to help cover expenses associated with laying their son to…
Remembering Suwannee: Black history in Suwannee County, Part 3
Eric Musgrove Contributor We ended our discussion last week talking about the First Seminole War, in which former slaves played an important role. This week, we continue our discussion of African American…
Third Annual Community Church Leadership Conference scheduled for Feb. 28 in Mayo
Danny Federico editor@riverbendnews.org The Community Church Leadership Mission (CCLM) will host its Third Annual Community Church Leadership Conference on Saturday, Feb. 28, in Mayo. The theme for this year’s conference is “All…
The Hyssongs set to perform in Mayo on Feb. 22
Danny Federico editor@riverbendnews.org Bethel Creek Baptist Church invites the community to a free gospel concert featuring Southern Gospel trio The Hyssongs on Sunday, Feb. 22, beginning at 6 p.m. The concert is…
Hamilton Sheriff Brian Creech to speak at West Lake Church of God
Danny Federico editor@riverbendnews.org Hamilton County Sheriff Brian Creech will be the guest speaker at West Lake Church of God on Wednesday, Feb. 18, beginning at 7 p.m. Sheriff Creech will share his…